In
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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In first appeared in US Social Security records in 1992.
Over 5 babies have been named In in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, In is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #35,035 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #35,035
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name In
In is a boy name .
Is In a boy or girl name? In is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #35,035 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #64,804. In is more commonly used as a boy name.
In is currently ranked #35,035 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of In include Indigo, Indy, Indiana, Indie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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